OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) vs Vivo X500
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $661 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 87/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 3,032,039).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
Vivo X500
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 205g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $661 vs $820
- Better camera (94/100 vs 87/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 3032039
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 8932
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 90/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 83/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 2 points higher (89/100 vs 87/100). Value score: OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) — 88/100, Vivo X500 — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (96/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (59/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1272 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.4×7.7 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $661 | $820 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1272
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro (China)
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) by 22.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $159. OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) was $159 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (96/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a bit better (59/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 edges out the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) and the Vivo X500?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) has a MobileRank rating of 87/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) or the Vivo X500?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) leads on camera score (94/100 vs 87/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) over the Vivo X500?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.